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# DEVELOPMENT TEST SPECIALIST, HARDWARE RELIABILITY (STARLINK)

- **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Files, Software Reliability Testing, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/development-test-specialist-hardware-reliability-starlink-spacex-10621156

## About the Role

* High school diploma or equivalency certificate
 * 3+ years of experience working in a hands-on technical position in quality or reliability

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

 * Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer Science, physics, statistics, or a related field.
 * Ability to read and understand electrical and/or mechanical schematics.
 * Ability to read and understand Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID).
 * Ability to read mechanical assembly drawings and blueprints.
 * Ability to install and operate instrumentation, including: strain gages, deflection gages, pressure transducers, load cells, thermocouples, RTDs, accelerometers, and analog circuitry.
 * Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
 * Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and identify key insights.
 * Ability to install and use instrumentation including strain gages, pressure transducers, load cells, thermocouples, RTDs, accelerometers, and analog circuitry
 * Ability to fabricate and repair cable harnesses including: soldering, crimping, and assembling connectors.
 * Fabricate metallic piece parts to print using machine shop equipment: mill, lathe, etc.
 * Fabricate and assemble high-pressure pneumatic and hydraulic fluid systems, including bending/flaring/assembling of stainless steel and flexible tubing.
 * Ability to fabricate mechanical components and assemblies, including: milling, drilling, turning, and torquing.
 * Knowledge/experience operating and maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic components, including: valves, regulators, and accumulators.
 * Knowledge/experience with test operations procedures including hydraulic load control, hydro/pneumatic pressure control, and safe handling of test parts.
 * Knowledge/experience with high pressure or cryogenic systems (gaseous and liquid).
 * Knowledge/experience with high voltage systems (AC and DC).
 * Knowledge/experience working with electrical components and/or systems.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

 * Must be willing to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.
 * Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted and stand for long periods of time, as required by the production environment.
 * Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

 * To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

## Description

* Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
 * Perform tests independently, or with engineers, with or without test procedures, and to test requirements.
 * Summarize and distribute test data and preliminary test results to all interested parties.
 * Communicate complex technical information and data insights to stakeholders, including management, engineering, and production teams, to drive action and improvement.
 * Collaborate with engineers to develop and document test procedures.
 * Assist in or design test fixtures, test setups, and test stands to be used in reliability testing, and/or for development.
 * Independently fabricate or build any of the following in accordance with the defined specifications:
 * Instrumentation including DAQ hardware and wire harnesses.
 * Electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems including hazardous high pressure gas systems and high voltage electrical systems.
 * Identify and implement process improvements.
 * Support anomaly investigations and work toward resolution.
 * Develop and execute test plans to validate hypotheses.
 * Collaborate with engineering teams to implement design and process changes to prevent future failures.